Three people were injured following a serious road accident at the Sobea area along the busy Nakuru–Eldoret Highway, after a trailer lost control and crashed into a lorry transporting maize before ramming into a nearby homestead.
The accident occurred during the day as traffic flowed along the highway, which is known for frequent heavy commercial vehicles.
According to eyewitnesses, the trailer was heading towards Eldoret when it suddenly veered off its lane and slammed into the maize-laden lorry. The impact forced both vehicles off the road.
After the collision, the trailer ploughed into a residential compound close to the highway.
It flattened part of the homestead’s perimeter wall and knocked down several electricity poles, causing panic among residents.
Furniture, household items, and crops in the compound were damaged as the heavy vehicle came to a stop just metres from the main house.
Residents said the scene was chaotic, with loud bangs heard as the wall collapsed and power lines snapped. Some neighbours rushed to help before police and rescue teams arrived.
Three people sustained injuries in the accident and were taken to nearby health facilities for treatment. Their condition was described as stable.
Police who arrived at the scene cordoned off the area to allow rescue operations and investigations to begin.
Traffic along the Nakuru–Eldoret Highway was disrupted for several hours as officers worked to clear the wreckage and control movement.
Motorists were advised to use alternative routes or exercise patience as the road was partially blocked.
Preliminary reports suggest that the trailer may have suffered brake failure, though police said investigations are still ongoing to establish the exact cause of the accident.
Officers are also assessing whether overspeeding or mechanical problems played a role.
The maize being transported by the lorry was scattered across the road and into the compound, attracting curious onlookers.
Authorities warned residents against interfering with the accident scene, saying such actions could hamper investigations and pose safety risks.
By Newshub